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Does a visa do a credit history check to get a line of credit?
Visa does do a credit check when you submit an application. If you have at least a 600 credit rating you shouldn't run into a problem in getting a Visa card.
Where can one get a free credit rating check?
A credit check includes information on where one lives, their credit and bill payment history. One can receive a free credit report yearly from Equifax, Experian or TransUnion.
What is the difference between credit score and credit rating?
The difference between credit score and credit rating is simple Credit score (or credit history) is the history of paying back debt where as credit rating the the reputation for paying back money owing
What is the minimum credit rating you can have to get a job that does a credit check?
640
How do you check credit without affecting your score?
Your credit score is based on your credit history. It is not the affected by the number of times you check your own credit rating. However, many credit scores factor the number of times someone else checks your credit and it may lower your score.
Can my credit rating be affected if my father defaulted on credit card payments and I was once on the account?
You are a separate, legal entity from your father, your credit rating should not be affected by your father's credit history. It is however possible that you may have been mixed up with you father is you live at the same address and have the same or similar names. It should be possible to check this out by asking for your credit history statement.
How can I check the credit rating of a company?
You can check a company's credit rating by contacting credit rating agencies like Standard Poor's, Moody's, or Fitch. These agencies provide credit ratings based on the company's financial health and ability to repay debts.
Can your credit rating or score improve without using your credit card?
Yes, your credit rating is based upon all forms of credit, not just your credit card. For example if you have a telephone on a plan, this is a form of credit and that will add to your credit history which increases your credit rating.
How can someone get a mortgage with a bad credit rating?
Firstly if you haven't already, obtain a copy of your credit history to check the details and remove any incorrect details which may be affecting your credit rating. If you still have a bad rating then seek advice from an independent mortgage advisor. There are specialist companies available who will arrange mortgages for people with bad credit ratings.
What does creditor do when you apply for a credit card?
They check you credit rating with the 3 main credit bureaus.
How can I obtain an instant credit rating?
To obtain an instant credit rating, you can request a free credit report from a credit bureau online. This report will show your credit score and rating based on your credit history and financial behavior. Keep in mind that your credit rating may not be truly "instant" as it can take some time to generate the report.
If there was no credit check when you purchased a used car will it go on your credit record if it is repossessed?
Yes it will most definatly go against your credit report. A credit check is only to provide a lender with a picture of your credit history. it has nothing to do with wether or not you have good credit or bad credit in its self. wether or not you pay your bills on time and how much you owe is what determines your credit rating. if you do not pay your bills your credit rating will suffer and fewer institutions will lend to you. when they view your credit report they will see you as a bad risk.
